Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income

At Niagara LSW, we believe that crypto betting and gambling should only be viewed as a form of entertainment, similar to going to a movie or attending a sporting event. It should never be considered as a way to earn money or solve financial problems.

Remember: The odds are always in favor of the house. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose completely, and set strict limits on your spending.

Age Verification

Gambling is strictly for adults only. In Canada, you must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your province) to participate in any betting activities on our platform.

We are committed to preventing underage gambling. If you are under the legal age, please do not access our services. Parents and guardians should monitor their children's online activity.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognize any of the following warning signs in yourself or someone else, it may be time to seek help:

• ☐ Chasing losses by betting more money to recover what you've lost
• ☐ Hiding gambling activities or lying about the time and money spent gambling
• ☐ Neglecting family, friends, work, or school due to gambling
• ☐ Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling
• ☐ Constantly thinking about gambling or past betting experiences
• ☐ Needing to gamble with increasing amounts to achieve the same excitement
• ☐ Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
• ☐ Using gambling as a way to escape problems or emotional distress
• ☐ Borrowing money or going into debt to finance gambling
• ☐ Losing relationships, job opportunities, or educational prospects due to gambling

Self-Help Tools and Features

We provide several tools to help you maintain control of your gambling activities:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose during a specific timeframe
• Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
• Session Time Limits: Set automatic session timeouts to prevent extended gambling periods
• Self-Exclusion: Take a break from gambling by temporarily or permanently excluding yourself from your account
• Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely

We encourage you to use these tools proactively, even if you don't currently feel you have a problem.

Support Organizations and Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. Here are recognized organizations that provide support:

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council - www.responsiblegambling.org
• Gamblers Anonymous Canada - Support meetings and peer assistance across Canada
• Problem Gambling Institute of Ontario - Resources and treatment services

North America

• National Council on Problem Gambling (USA) - www.ncpgambling.org

International Resources

• GamCare (United Kingdom) - www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop (United Kingdom) - National self-exclusion scheme - www.gamstop.co.uk
• Gambling Help Online (Australia) - www.gamblinghelponline.org.au

Crisis Support: If you are in crisis, please contact emergency services in your area or reach out to a mental health crisis line.

Take Action Today

If you believe you may have a gambling problem, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out — problem gambling is a recognized condition, and recovery is possible with the right support.

Contact one of the organizations listed above, speak with a counselor, or reach out to a trusted friend or family member.

Your wellbeing is important to us. Gambling should enhance your life, never harm it.